1 Samuel 16

1 Samuel 16

The Lord sends Samuel to the house of Jesse in Bethlehem to anoint a new king from among his sons. When Samuel sees the oldest, Eliab, he assumes he is the chosen one, but God corrects him, saying, "Man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart." Jesse presents seven sons, but none are chosen. Finally, the youngest son, David, who is tending sheep, is brought in. David is anointed with oil, and the Spirit of the Lord rushes upon David from that day forward.

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1 Samuel 19

Saul's murderous rage intensifies, forcing David to flee. Jonathan warns David, saving his life. David escapes Saul's assassins by seeking refuge with Samuel and the prophets in Ramah.

1 Samuel 20

Jonathan confirms to David that his father, Saul, is determined to kill him. Jonathan and David renew their covenant of friendship, exchanging farewells before David permanently goes into hiding.

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